Poochon vs Goldendoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Poochon or Curly Retriever?

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Name	Poochon	Goldendoodle
Origins	Australia	United States Canada
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poochon and Goldendoodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poochon and a Goldendoodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poochon and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is heavier?	6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poochon or Goldendoodle? Is a Poochon taller than a Goldendoodle?	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poochon and a Goldendoodle. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Poochon or Goldendoodle?	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare training requirements.	Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare alertness levels.	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Poochon vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poochon and a Goldendoodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Happy Intelligent Affectionate	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poochon vs Goldendoodle?	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poochon vs Goldendoodle?	High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poochon vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Poochon vs Goldendoodle?	Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Poochon vs Goldendoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Poochon dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poochon or Goldendoodle?	Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poochon and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is healthier?	The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poochon vs Goldendoodle?	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poochon vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poochon vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare activity levels.	Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poochon vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poochon or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poochon or Goldendoodle?	Poochon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poochon and Goldendoodle? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poochon and a Goldendoodle? Compare fur types.	Wavy Coarse	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poochon or Goldendoodle? Do Poochon dogs shed more than Goldendoodle dogs?	Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poochon or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poochon or Goldendoodle?	Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poochon or Goldendoodle? Can a Poochon and a Goldendoodle be friends? Do Poochon dogs get along with Goldendoodle dogs?	Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poochon vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Poochon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poochon vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poochon or a Goldendoodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poochon and Goldendoodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poochon vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poochon and Goldendoodle. Which is more widely recognized?	Not recognized by any clubs.	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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